What is the difference between 67% and 72% mayonnaise?

On store shelves, you can most often see mayonnaise with a fat content of 67% and 72%. The difference between them is not only in the number on the package.

Olkom experts explain in detail the differences between mayonnaises of different fat contents and how to use them correctly in cooking.

The main difference between 67% and 72% mayonnaise is the vegetable oil content (fat content), which directly affects its density, calorie content and culinary properties.

Main differences:

Oil content and fat content: 72% mayonnaise contains more vegetable oil (about 72 grams per 100 g of product). 67% mayonnaise contains less fat, which makes it a little lighter, but in both cases, it is a high fat content (real mayonnaise should be at least 50%).

Consistency: A product with a fat content of 72% is usually thicker and has a richer, creamier texture. Mayonnaise 67% is the classic standard (often labeled as “Provencal”) and has a moderate consistency.

Taste: Due to its higher oil content, mayonnaise 72% has a richer, classic taste, while 67% may have more pronounced notes of mustard or other ingredients.

Calorie content: Mayonnaise 72% contains more vegetable oil than 67%. Since oil is almost 100% fat, a higher percentage means more calories in the product.

Culinary purpose:

72% – such as “European Style” from Olkom – is better suited for baking, preparing hot dishes and complex salads, as it does not stratify, holds its shape better and does not “drip down” when heated.

67% – “Provencal Style” – an universal option for dressing everyday salads, marinating meat and making sandwiches and sauces.

Emulsion stability: High-fat mayonnaises (55% and above) are considered more stable emulsions. They are less likely to separate when mixed with moist ingredients (for example, fresh cucumbers or tomatoes).

According to the classification, high-calorie mayonnaises with a fat content of more than 55% are often classified as classic or “premium” options. When choosing, you should also pay attention to the shelf life: the shorter it is, the less preservatives it contains.

Ukrainian manufacturers, in particular Olkom, offer mayonnaises of different fat contents – from 30% to 72%, so that cooks can choose the optimal product for different dishes.